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Air Force Leaders Testify on FY27 Modernization, Budget Before Senate

  • War.gov
  • May 12, 2026 | 01:03:52

Air Force officials testify on the service’s modernization efforts as part of the fiscal year 2027 budget request and the future years defense program during a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee’s airland subcommittee in Washington, May 12, 2026. Testifying are: Air Force Lt. Gen. David H. Tabor, deputy chief of staff for plans and programs; Air Force Lt. Gen. Luke C. G. Cropsey, military deputy in the office of the assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics; and Air Force Maj. Gen. Christopher J. Niemi, military deputy to the chief of staff for Air Force futures.